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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US

• Studies optoelectronic and magneto-optoelectronic properties of semiconductors and complex oxides
• Designs and builds experiments for optical, electronic, and magnetic characterization of light matter interactions in films and bulk crystals
• Utilizes polarization optics, gas lasers (Ar-ion, HeCd), synchronous detection & light polarization modulation, Pockel’s Cells to study bulk photovoltaic effect semiconductor & complex oxide crystals

• Teaches introductory physics and engineering courses
• Develops curriculum and lab experience for physics and engineering
• Advises engineering students and engineering club activities

Towson, MD, US

• Investigates optical and electronic properties of novel 2-D materials using Raman spectroscopy
• Developed Mathematica scripts for Raman peak finding in large data sets
• Pulsed Laser Deposition of Oxide Thin Films
• Thermal Deposition of Metallic Thin Films
• Atomic Force Microscopy
• Wire Bonding

• Assisted in instrumenting and verifying optical fiber laser components, oscilloscopes, and sensor component operation of Photon Doppler Velocimetry (PDV) systems in support of NASA Engineering Safety Center (NESC).
• Collaborated with data owners from across the organization to coherently compile data supporting data mining, statistical analyses
• Created MATLAB script to extract, organize, and verify significant features from large datasets
• Researched optimization of PDV system variables, created tool for rapid insight into detector power ratios
• Independently verified PDV diagnostic data matches existing physics model
• Test Procedure development

• Taught 12th grade Honors and Accelerated Physics
• Designed student investigations in optics, mechanics, electricity, waves
• Used interactive engagement and inquiry cycles to teach physics concepts
• Tracked student data to compare teaching techniques and refine practice
• Worked with colleagues to create effective curriculum and assessments
• Kept regular after school tutoring hours

• Simulated plasmon resonance using UNIX-based discrete dipole scattering software for comparison with experimental light scattering data
• Assisted in assembly of custom design adiabatic demagnetization refrigeration system
• Wired and tested small electrical connections for sensors on cryostat probe

Master Of Science (M.S.), Applied Physics

Bachelor'S Degree, Physics